Introduction to Cybersecurity for Seniors

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Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will be open from January 31, 2025 @ 4:00pm to February 22, 2025 @ 10:30am.

Program Description

Description

The purpose of this course is to learn the basics of personal cybersecurity. You will be able to recognize common methods and types of scams that online hackers use on individuals such as phishing emails and social engineering. This course will also include recommendations to help improve your overall cybersecurity experience. By the end of this lesson you'll be equipped to identify common scam attempts.

Jericho cardholders only until 14 days before event.

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes no warranties and/or representations concerning virtual and in-person programs. Your decision to participate in the programs is an express consent on your part to waive any and all claims against the Library which may result from said participation and hereby release and discharge the Jericho Public Library from any and all liabilities.

Jericho Public Library strives to create respectful and family-friendly experiences both in-person and virtually using Zoom. Please do not share any Zoom links. You must be registered to be admitted to the Zoom programs. In order to facilitate presentations, a library staff member will co-host. The host may or may not, at their discretion, enable visual and chat participation. We ask that all participants in library programs be mindful and polite. Guests who are disruptive or otherwise do not conduct themselves in a respectful manner may be removed from the program.

When using a PC for a virtual program, you will need to download Zoom software before the program begins. When using a mobile device, please download the Zoom app on your device and create your own Zoom account for easiest convenience.

We thank you in advance for your courtesy.